Indulge in the delightful symphony of textures and flavors that is apple pie granola. This delectable breakfast or snack combines the classic flavors of apple pie with the wholesome goodness of granola. With its blend of oats, nuts, seeds, and spices, this granola offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of nutty flavor. The addition of dried apples and a touch of cinnamon creates a taste reminiscent of warm apple pie, while the hint of maple syrup adds a subtle sweetness. Enjoy this guilt-free indulgence on its own, with milk or yogurt, or sprinkled on top of your favorite fruits and berries. Also included are recipes for a variety of other granola flavors, such as blueberry muffin granola, chocolate peanut butter granola, and pumpkin spice granola, each offering its own unique twist on this classic snack.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
APPLE PIE GRANOLA
This granola is so simple and uses ingredients you most likely already have at home! It literally tastes like apple pie (plus pecans!).
Provided by Kears
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals Granola Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread oats onto a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan.
- Bake oats in the preheated oven until toasted, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Combine toasted oats, apples, pecans, butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a large bowl until evenly combined; spread onto jelly roll pan.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Stir raisins into granola and continue baking, stirring every 10 minutes, until oats granola is evenly browned, 20 to 25 minutes more. Cool granola to room temperature and stir until crumbly. Store granola in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.6 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 66.9 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
APPLE PIE GRANOLA
My family loves granola, so I've been experimenting with my recipe to create new variations. This tasty granola gets its sweet flavor from dried apples and apple juice concentrate. Store in an airtight container.
Provided by larkspur
Categories 100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes Cereals Granola Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a rimmed 10x15-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil. Grease with cooking spray.
- Combine oats, oat bran, and almonds in a large bowl. Pour onto the prepared baking sheet; coat with cooking spray.
- Bake in the preheated oven, stirring once, until toasted and fragrant, about 20 minutes.
- Combine honey, apple juice concentrate, and oil in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Stir rice cereal, wheat germ, and apples into the oat mixture. Drizzle honey mixture on top. Stir to coat.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in raisins. Place baking sheet on a wire rack to cool. Break granola into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.8 g, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 12.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
GRAIN-FREE APPLE PIE GRANOLA
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add next 10 ingredients. Stir until coated in oil; add chopped apple., Transfer mixture to a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. pan. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 12-15 minutes (do not burn)., Cool 10 minutes. Break into pieces; store in a sealed container up to a week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of apples. This will give your granola a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn apples.
- Peel and core your apples before baking them. This will make them easier to mash and incorporate into the granola.
- Use a food processor or blender to mash the apples. This will help to create a smooth, even texture.
- Add your favorite spices to the granola. Some good choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Bake the granola at a low temperature for a long period of time. This will help to create a crispy, crunchy texture.
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Apple pie granola is a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its sweet and tart flavor, and its crunchy texture, apple pie granola is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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